From Nasdaq: 2025-04-21 08:34:00

Valero Energy Corporation (VLO) is set to report first-quarter 2025 results on April 24, with adjusted earnings of 64 cents per share beating estimates in the last quarter due to higher renewable diesel margins. Estimates for Q1 earnings per share are at $0.43, reflecting an 88.74% decline, with revenues expected to drop by 10.42%. Challenges in the refining segment may impact profitability.

Antero Resources Corporation (AR) has an Earnings ESP of +6.35% and a Zacks Rank #2, with an estimated earnings growth of 1,114.26% year-over-year. Helmerich & Payne Inc. (HP) has an Earnings ESP of +7.31% and a Zacks Rank #3, with estimated earnings declining by 24.42%. Comstock Resources, Inc. (CRK) has an Earnings ESP of +22.33% and a Zacks Rank #3, with estimated earnings improving by 600% year-over-year.

Valero Energy Corporation (VLO) may face challenges in the first quarter due to declining crack spreads and lower margins on gasoline and distillates. Despite high refinery utilization rates and a decrease in U.S. refining capacity, the impact of softer demand for refined products from key markets like the US and China may affect profitability.

Our model does not indicate an earnings beat for VLO this quarter, with an Earnings ESP of -14.72% and a Zacks Rank #3. For potential earnings beats, consider firms like AR, HP, and CRK, which have a favorable combination of factors. Stay updated with the latest stock recommendations from Zacks Investment Research for potential investment opportunities.



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